What Hath God Wrought by Daniel Walker Howe
The Transformation of America, 1815-1848
This book provides a comprehensive historical account of the United States from 1815 to 1848, a transformative period marked by the significant political, economic, and technological changes that shaped the country's future. The author explores key events such as the War of 1812, the rise of industrialization, the expansion of democracy, and the Mexican-American War. The narrative also delves into the role of religion, the evolution of communications with the invention of the telegraph, and the emergence of a distinct American identity.
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- Published
- 2007
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Long
- Pages
- 904
- Original Language
- English
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- Pulitzer Prize for History (Pulitzer Prize)